Today's golf balls are the culmination of a variety of disciplines and talents, from material science to
physics. Since there are many kinds of golfers, engineers have devised many kinds of golf balls. When matched
correctly to a golfer's game, specific golf balls can increase enjoyment as well as chances for par. The
technology of golf balls has reached an unprecedented level, offering different covers, cores, dimple patterns
and compression to best suit golfers' varying needs.

When thinking about which ball will help you achieve par, it's best to imagine a good-sized par-4.

If getting an extra 15 yards off the tee would help you hit shorter irons on approach shots to green, then maybe
a distance ball will help.

Most people feel that high-spin balls appeal only to pros that need precision on iron shots. But a senior or
woman who has trouble reaching a par-4 in two shots will appreciate the control offered by a performance ball after the
3rd shot.

Some balls are designed for slower swing speeds with a lightweight construction that catches air. They are
generally marketed for women or seniors, but don't let labels fool you. Plenty of men play these balls because, for
them, it yields the most distance.